Supersonic Reads: Essential Books for the Oasis Fan
Dig Out Your Soul: The Ultimate Oasis Reading List
For a generation, Oasis wasn't just a band; they were a cultural phenomenon, a swaggering, sneering, life-affirming force that defined the 90s. The Gallagher brothers, their anthems, and their legendary feuds provided the soundtrack to a decade.
If you’ve spent countless hours debating the best B-side or dreaming of what might have been, then it’s time to stop standing on the shoulder of giants and dive into the books that tell the full, uncensored story. At Sonic Bookshop, we've assembled the essential library for every Oasis devotee.
1. The Full Story: Biographies & Inside Accounts
You think you know the story? These books take you behind the legendary headlines and into the eye of the storm.
Live Forever: The Rise, Fall and Resurrection of Oasis
A definitive biography that chronicles the tumultuous journey from Manchester council estates to stadium rock gods—and the spectacular implosion that followed. A must-read for anyone seeking a comprehensive overview.
Oasis: What's The Story?: Life on tour with Liam and Noel Gallagher
Get a visceral, in-the-moment look at the chaotic, exhilarating reality of life on the road with the biggest band in the world. This is the ultimate backstage pass, revealing the brotherhood and the bitterness up close.
Oasis: The Truth
Often offering a more raw, no-holds-barred perspective, this book cuts through the mythology to deliver the story of the band as seen from those deep within the inner circle.
2. Deep Dives: Interviews, Lyrics & Photography
For the fan who wants to know the why behind the what these titles offer unprecedented access to the songs, the interviews, and the iconic authorised imagery.
A Sound So Very Loud: The Inside Story of Every Song Oasis Recorded
From the B-sides to the biggest hits, this book is a treasure trove for the serious fan, breaking down the genesis, recording, and story behind every track the band ever laid down.
Supersonic: The Complete, Authorised and Uncut Interviews
This is the band in their own words—raw, hilarious, arrogant, and brilliant. Read the legendary interviews that shaped their public image, presented here without filter or edit.
Oasis The Masterplan: Photographs by Kevin Cummins, featuring Noel Gallagher in his own words
Kevin Cummins captured the iconic shots of the band that defined their image. Paired with Noel Gallagher's commentary, this volume provides a stunning visual history of the rise of Britpop’s kings, making it a coffee-table essential.
3. The Context: Creation Records & The Man Who Discovered Them
No Oasis story is complete without understanding the label that backed them and the maverick who found them: Creation Records and its founder, Alan McGee.
The Creation Records Story: My Magpie Eyes are Hungry for the Prize
A fascinating look at the legendary indie label that housed not just Oasis, but a dizzying array of influential bands. It's the story of a rock 'n' roll dream—and the chaotic reality of making it happen.
How to Run an Indie Label: The man who discovered Oasis tells the story of Creation Records
Alan McGee, the man who famously signed the band after seeing them play a tiny club in Glasgow, offers his unique perspective on the music industry, his label, and the sheer force of nature that was Oasis.